I am a results-driven C-level executive with over 22 years of experience in business strategy, financial management, corporate governance, and international development. My expertise lies in optimizing operational efficiency and scaling organizations to achieve sustainable, long-term growth. I excel in building strategic partnerships, implementing data-driven decision-making, and driving multimillion-dollar growth initiatives and high-impact collaborations. My passion for economic empowerment, climate resilience, and policy advocacy motivates me to lead teams, secure funding, and influence systemic change for lasting impact.
Hi, I’m
Fartuna Kunyare
Summary
Overview
22
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Africa Development Action Network (AFDAN)
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- As the CEO of AFDAN, I lead a mission-driven organization dedicated to economic empowerment, climate resilience, food security, and policy advocacy. I set the strategic direction, acquire funding, and engage stakeholders to advance our mission. I develop and execute impactful business strategies in line with board directives and forge strategic partnerships with government agencies, corporations, and nonprofits to maximize our impact. I oversee financial management, resource allocation, and compliance to ensure organizational sustainability, and I passionately advocate for systemic policy change, especially in climate resilience and economic inclusion.
Independent Consultancy
Executive Business Consultant
01.2019 - Current
Job overview
- As an executive business consultant, I provide expert guidance to startups, mid-sized businesses, and minority-led enterprises, helping them scale, plan finances, and transform operations. I advise clients on strategic growth, investment acquisition, and lead financial forecasting and budget strategy development for long-term success. I implement lean operational efficiencies, improve profitability, control costs, and design grant proposals to secure funding for social impact initiatives and expansion.
Furaat Inc.
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & Co-Founder
01.2013 - 01.2023
Job overview
- I co-founded and scaled Furaat Inc., a multilingual transportation and logistics company, growing annual revenue from $120,000 to over $14.5 million. I managed more than 3,700 employees, overseeing financial operations and regulatory compliance. My responsibilities included negotiating high-value contracts, optimizing financial forecasting for greater profitability, introducing innovative pricing models, and spearheading strategic expansion initiatives that resulted in a 120% year-over-year revenue increase. These efforts strengthened our market position and accelerated our growth.
General Dynamics – NASSCO
Business Control & Procurement Supervisor
01.2007 - 01.2015
Job overview
- In this role, I managed budgeting, procurement, and contract negotiations for U.S. Navy defense projects, overseeing multimillion-dollar contracts for shipbuilding. I led procurement negotiations totaling more than $50 million and managed multi-year budgets exceeding $100 million. I implemented cost control measures and developed risk mitigation strategies to ensure compliance and financial sustainability. My work earned me the General Dynamics Corporate Supply Chain Excellence Award.
City National Bank
Wealth Management & Assistant Trust Administrator
01.2004 - 01.2007
Job overview
- I assisted in administering trust and retirement portfolios valued at over $600 million, ensuring regulatory compliance throughout all processes.
Education
Ken Africa CollegeKenya
Associate of Arts from Accounting
01-2002
University Overview
Skills
- Executive Leadership & Corporate Governance
- Strategic Planning & Business Expansion
- Financial Management & Budget Oversight
- Grant Writing, Fundraising & Resource Mobilization
- High-Value Contract Negotiation & Partnerships
- Operational Efficiency & Process Optimization
- Stakeholder Engagement & Policy Advocacy
- Change Management & Executive Coaching
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
- Achieved 120 growth yoy in 5 year under furaat Inc through effectively reducing fleet issues, employee burn outs and retention plans rolling strategic retention goals[Task].
- Supervised team of 25 staff members.
Affiliations
Affiliations
- Institute of Management Consultants (IMC USA) – Member
- Institute of Supply Management (ISM) – Member
- East African Community Development Organization – Advisor & Volunteer
- United Transportation Workers of San Diego – Member
Certification
- Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.)
- Lean Process Improvement
- Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)
- Total Quality Management (TQM)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays
- Community Cleanup
Awards for Lean Process & Cost Saving Supply Chain, Movers and Shakers for TAKE 12 Naval Ship
Awards for Lean Process & Cost Saving Supply Chain, Movers and Shakers for TAKE 12 Naval Ship
Reduced 5 Million cost down initiative , by reducing waste, inventory carry on cost, working with engineering department , production and supply chain to identify efficient way of ordering material steel plate, doing projections and buying at sweet spots to avoid unnecessary inventory cost carrying on and wastage, worked with engineering department to train them about the supply chain material management and helped them reduce cost by identify efficient cost management in design plate requirements to identify the most cost effective way.
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Africa Development Action Network (AFDAN)
01.2023 - Current
Executive Business Consultant
Independent Consultancy
01.2019 - Current
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & Co-Founder
Furaat Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2023
Business Control & Procurement Supervisor
General Dynamics – NASSCO
01.2007 - 01.2015
Wealth Management & Assistant Trust Administrator
City National Bank
01.2004 - 01.2007
Ken Africa College
Associate of Arts from Accounting